Ta₉Fe₂S₆ is a mixed-metal sulfide semiconductor compound combining tantalum and iron in a layered or complex crystal structure. This material belongs to the class of transition metal chalcogenides, which are of significant research interest for optoelectronic and energy storage applications due to their tunable band gaps and anisotropic properties. While primarily in the research phase rather than established commercial production, materials in this family show potential for photovoltaic devices, thermoelectric energy conversion, and catalytic applications where the combination of earth-abundant iron with refractory tantalum offers cost and thermal stability advantages over conventional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00790 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7720 | eV/atom | — |